Test Code EHRCP Ehrlichia Antibody Panel, Serum
Profile Information
Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
---|---|---|---|
ANAP | Anaplasma phagocytophilum Ab, IgG,S | Yes | Yes |
EHRC | Ehrlichia Chaffeensis (HME) Ab, IgG | Yes | Yes |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
See Specimen Required
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
Frozen | 14 days |
Reference Values
ANAPLASMA PHAGOCYTOPHILUM
<1:64
Reference values apply to all ages.
EHRLICHIA CHAFFEENSIS
<1:64
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
CPT Code Information
86666 x 2
Testing Algorithm
For more information see Acute Tick-Borne Disease Testing Algorithm.
Special Instructions
Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysReject Due To
Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Gross lipemia | Reject |
Gross icterus | Reject |
Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Method Name
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.